“Allenby House” c.1888

The unmistakeable gracious ambience of a Spring Hill location yet right on the doorsteps of the CBD. The home is set in a very central location in one of Brisbane’s most historic areas. It is metres from the highest point in Brisbane and within walking distance of Wickham Terrace, the Queen Street Mall, the Grammar schools and St Josephs College. In addition to its superb position, this home also has the major feature of being a relatively large home by Spring Hill standards.

A masterful restoration and a 21st Century upgrade has transformed this 19th Century Colonial home into a very spacious residence. The home provides the perfect platform for a vibrant urban lifestyle whilst being a haven of privacy. For those wanting a CBD location and close to Brisbane’s Grammar schools, look no more, this is it – all the modern conveniences of a large home, in a superb location with quality restoration and extension work.

Meticulous attention to detail and inspired choices in the extension and upgrade have created a residence with character, quality and substance. The faade is in keeping with the grand home style of the bygone era yet the internals are totally functional for today’s fast paced modern lifestyle. This is a mix of the old on the outside, contemporary interiors and a fabulous garden.

A thoroughly charming exterior opens to elegant interiors that flow to the massive timber rear deck on the upper level whilst below is another large timber deck, screened water tank and a large landscaped garden by acclaimed landscape architect Dennis Hundschidt.

The home’s many historical Colonial hallmarks include timber floors, high ceilings, French doors whilst restored features include period lighting, ornate plasterwork and original fireplace painstakingly restored. With five airconditioned bedrooms, two bathrooms plus an ensuite, formal and informal areas, a delightful gourmet kitchen, wine cellar and indoor/outdoor living areas, there is a remarkable amount of space. The upper level comprises 192sqm whilst the lower level totals 168sqm. This remarkable home has undercover parking for two to three cars – a very desirable rarity in the inner city.

The home is within minutes walking distance of the Queen St Mall, some of Brisbane’s finest schools, numerous parks and sporting facilities and venues, hospitals and cafs and restaurants. It is a relatively large home ideal for families and professional couples – a place where you can immerse yourself in the exciting lifestyle of the inner city and enjoy a quiet haven from the hustle and bustle.

With so many quality features and benefits, this is a property you must see.